FAA Intensifies Oversight of Southwest Airlines After Series of Safety Incidents

Recent low-altitude scares and other close calls prompt comprehensive federal audit of the airline's safety protocols.

Southwest Airlines flight dropped to 150 feet above water near Tampa before diverting to Fort Lauderdale.
FAA audit will examine adherence to safety regulations and operational procedures.
Incidents under review include dangerously low altitudes and runway errors in multiple locations.
Southwest has formed a team with FAA and union partners to address safety concerns.
Previous incidents involved near-miss situations in Oklahoma City and off the coast of Hawaii.